I am writing as a taxpayer in Montpelier to voice my full and unequivocal support for our mayor, John Hollar, and city manager, Bill Fraser. I have confidence that both Mr. Hollar and Mr. Fraser are handling what appears to be a very difficult personnel matter with grace, integrity and professionalism.

Nothing from what I have read in this paper recently has concerned me in the least regarding their roles and actions in performing their duties as our mayor and city manager. I have always observed their behavior and statements to reflect an obvious commitment to the well-being and overall functioning of our city government.